: Leopard population on rise in Dhenkanal district #IndiaNEWS #State Dhenkanal: Good news for animal lovers! The population of leopards in Dhenkanal district has increased. Wildlife experts have claimed

Leopard population on rise in Dhenkanal district #IndiaNEWS #State
Dhenkanal: Good news for animal lovers! The population of leopards in Dhenkanal district has increased. Wildlife experts have claimed that the number would increase further if steps to ensure their safety and the availability of food in their habitats are taken.
Ten years ago, only one or two leopards were spotted in the jungles of Dhenkanal district. Their appearances were very rare. Then strap cameras were not installed in the jungles. So, it was then believed that the big cats had strayed into the district from neighbouring districts.
Over the years, the forest department has taken a slew of steps to minimise poaching cases and illegal felling of trees. Because of this, the population of wild animals and the forest cover in the district have increased.
From satellite survey in 2015, the district’s forest cover was 1,40,300 hectares. In 2021-22, it has increased to 1,44,561 hectares. The increase in the area of forest has consequently helped increase wild animal numbers.
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